Components of the Modified STROBE checklist and proportion of articles (n = 69) accurately reporting each item [13].

Components of the Modified STROBE checklist and proportion of articles (n = 69) accurately reporting each item [13].</p

Flow diagram of search strategy and outbreaks included based on eligibility criteria.

Flow diagram of search strategy and outbreaks included based on eligibility criteria.</p

Univariate and multivariate analysis of predictors for reporting quality.

Univariate and multivariate analysis of predictors for reporting quality.</p

Key components of the Modified STROBE checklist and proportion of articles (n = 69) accurately reporting each item.

Key components of the Modified STROBE checklist and proportion of articles (n = 69) accurately reporting each item.</p

Crude mortality rate based on year and COVID-19 test result.

Crude mortality rate based on year and COVID-19 test result.</p

Mortality rate (%) based on COVID-19 tests and demographics for March 2020 to December 2020.

Mortality rate (%) based on COVID-19 tests and demographics for March 2020 to December 2020.</p

Predictors of death within 30 Days after COVID-19 test.

Predictors of death within 30 Days after COVID-19 test.</p

Definitions of pressure ulcer and dehydration.

Pressure ulcers and dehydration are common conditions among residents of long-term care facilities that result in negative health effects. They have been associated with signs of neglect and increased 30-day mortality among LTC residents. However, they are both preventable and with proper care can be effectively managed and treated. We conducted a retrospective cohort study to examine factors associated with pressure ulcers and dehydration among long-term care residents in the province of Ontario, Canada. Results indicated that close to one-fifth of residents were dehydrated (17.3%) or had a pressure ulcer (18.9%) during the study period. Advanced age was significantly associated with the presence of pressure ulcers and dehydration for both men and women. However, men were more likely to present with a pressure ulcer while women were more likely to exhibit symptoms of dehydration. Study findings also demonstrate the presence of both conditions being higher in municipal and not-for-profit homes compared to for-profit homes. The significant differences observed in relation to home ownership which require further investigation to identify the most relevant factors in explaining these differences. Overall, pressure ulcers and dehydration are preventable conditions that warrant attention from policymakers to ensure quality of care and resident safety are prioritized.</div

Association between demographics and pressure ulcers.

Association between demographics and pressure ulcers.</p

Statistical codes.

Pressure ulcers and dehydration are common conditions among residents of long-term care facilities that result in negative health effects. They have been associated with signs of neglect and increased 30-day mortality among LTC residents. However, they are both preventable and with proper care can be effectively managed and treated. We conducted a retrospective cohort study to examine factors associated with pressure ulcers and dehydration among long-term care residents in the province of Ontario, Canada. Results indicated that close to one-fifth of residents were dehydrated (17.3%) or had a pressure ulcer (18.9%) during the study period. Advanced age was significantly associated with the presence of pressure ulcers and dehydration for both men and women. However, men were more likely to present with a pressure ulcer while women were more likely to exhibit symptoms of dehydration. Study findings also demonstrate the presence of both conditions being higher in municipal and not-for-profit homes compared to for-profit homes. The significant differences observed in relation to home ownership which require further investigation to identify the most relevant factors in explaining these differences. Overall, pressure ulcers and dehydration are preventable conditions that warrant attention from policymakers to ensure quality of care and resident safety are prioritized.</div